N99.861 – Intraoperative and postprocedural nipple necrosis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified (N99)
- Code
N99.861(claims format:N99861)- Description
- Intraoperative and postprocedural nipple necrosis
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 14. Diseases of the genitourinary system (N00-N99)
- Block
- N99 Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified (N99)
- Parent codes
- N99 › N99.8 › N99.86
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
N99 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified
Index terms for N99.861
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in N99.86
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code N99.861?
N99.861 is the ICD-10-CM code for intraoperative and postprocedural nipple necrosis, in the block N99 (Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified (N99)).
Is N99.861 a billable code?
Yes. N99.861 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does N99.861 belong to?
It belongs to category N99 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of genitourinary system, not elsewhere classified.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.